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Agriculture |
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AGRI
5233 |
Experimental
Agricultural Statistics Fundamental concepts of
experimental and statistical methods as applied to
agricultural research. |
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AGRI 5773 / 4773 |
Remote Sensing The course will cover
the image acquisition and image processing methods using ERDAS Imagine software as the analytical assessment
package. |
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AGRI
6203 |
Intermediary
Metabolism Integration of biochemistry and physiology
with nutrition of livestock and agronomic plants. |
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AGRI
6213 |
Experimental Designs
A course that teaches the basic principles of statistics
to be able to design experiments properly and to draw
valid conclusions from the results. Includes material on
the most common experimental designs in use,
correlation, regression, and mean separation.
Prerequisite: AGRI 4233. |
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AGRI 6243 |
Environmental Sustainability Study of environmental
impacts of socio-economic development. Examines complex
interactions between development and environment and
discusses integrative systems approach for achieving
sustainability in all human development activities.
Agriculture, energy, air, development, cultural,
economic and political issues related to sustainable
natural resources addressed. |
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AGRI
6303 |
Global
Water Issues Overview of current and historical
water quality and quantity issues shaping human
civilization. Emphasizes water issues facing regions of
dense population and intensive agriculture. Importance
of ground and surface water, ecosystem, sustainability,
economic and policy issue of water are investigated. |
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AGRI 6351 |
Graduate Siminar, Research
Orientation Provide pedagogy related to
assembling graduate committee, developing and submitting
degree plans, developing thesis or non-thesis research
proposal and formally present the degree plan,
literature background and plan of thesis or non-thesis
research project to the faculty and other students.
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AGRI 6361 |
Graduate Seminar, Grant Proposals Provide
pedagogy related to developing research grant proposals
using a federal funding agency format and guidelines and
formally present the grant proposal to the faculty and
other students. |
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AGRI 6371 |
Graduate Seminar, Final Research
Proposal Formal presentation to the faculty and
other students of student's completed thesis research
project or non-thesis research experience, and defense
of research results and interpretation. |
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AGRI
6381-3 |
Independent Study |
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Agricultural
Business and Economics |
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AGEC 4173/ AGEC 5173 |
Natural Resource Economics
Comprehensive overview of economics of natural resource
and environment. Theoretical and empirical analyses,
valuations and examinations of sustainable quality of
environmental and natural resources over time. Economic
reasoning for examining natural resource problems and
measures for dealing with them. Pre-requisites: AGEC
1003, ECON 2313, ECON2323; or consent of instructor. |
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AGEC
5023 |
International
Commodity Marketing Development and coordination of
activities related to marketing agricultural commodities
in foreign markets. Emphasis given to identification and
analysis of market size, location, mix, methods and
changes in trading for commodities in international
markets. Prerequisite: AGEC 3003, or MKTG 3013, or
permission of professor. |
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AGEC
5033 |
Agricultural Law Farm
laws pertaining to land purchases, legal descriptions,
leases, mortgages, security agreements, fences,
drainage, irrigation, pollution, and quarantines.
Prerequisite: AGEC 1003 or ECON 2313 or ECON 2323. |
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AGEC
5043 |
Land Economics
Physical characteristics as related to land use; the
economics of land use. Principles of land utilization,
classification, conservation, zoning, and land-use
planning. Prerequisite: AGEC 1003. |
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AGEC
5053 |
Agricultural Finance
A study of the financial elements of the farm business.
Emphasis will be given to the use of and sources of
agricultural credit. Prerequisite: AGEC 1003 or ECON
2313 or ECON 2323. |
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AGEC
5083 |
Agricultural Policy
and Current Issues Economic developments in agriculture;
role of the government in agriculture and policies
affecting rural people are considered. Text and current
information are utilized. Prerequisite: AGEC 1003 or
ECON 2313 or ECON 2323. |
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AGEC
6003 |
Advanced Agricultural
Marketing Recent developments in crop and livestock
marketing. A study of costs and efficiencies associated
with various agricultural marketing channels.
Application of firm theory to agricultural marketing.
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AGEC
6013 |
Advanced Agricultural
Price Analysis Rigorous analysis of economic
determination of agricultural prices in markets
separated by time, geographically dispersed, and
government influenced. Characteristics of specific
agricultural product types and prices under alternative
structures. |
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AGEC
6191-6 |
Thesis |
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AGEC 6253 |
Econometrics Application of regression analysis on
time-series and cross-sectional data to empirically
verify economic theory. Various estimation techniques
including regression and simultaneous equation models,
serial correlation, heteroskedasticity, panel data and
instrumental estimation methods are discussed. |
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Agricultural
Education |
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AGED 4473 / 5473 |
International Agri. Study Tour This
course is intended to help students develop awareness
and perspective of international agricultural
enterprises and educational programs, and how world
agricultural systems relate to and impact the U.S.
agricultural system. Includes a focus on environmental
issues related to food and fiber production. |
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AGED
6393 |
Non-Thesis Research
Experience Supervised research project, submitted to and
approved in advance by the student's graduate advisory
committee, resulting in a project report presented and
defended to the student's advisory committee. A member
of the committee must agree to serve as supervisor. |
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AGED
6591-6 |
Thesis |
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Animal
Science |
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ANSC
5633 |
Diseases of Farm
Animals The prevention, treatment, and control of common
diseases, including problems of hygiene and sanitation.
Prerequisite: ANSC 3633. |
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ANSC
5663 |
Principles of
Breeding The basic principles underlying reproduction
and the application of genetic principles to the
improvement of farm animals with emphasis on selection,
crossbreeding, linebreeding, and inbreeding. |
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ANSC
5673 |
Digestive Physiology
and Nutrition of Domestic Animals A discussion of the
role of nutrients and physiological and metabolic
mechanisms involved in nutrient utilization by domestic
animals. Emphasis will be placed on food-producing
animals, horses, dogs, cats, and catfish. Prerequisite: ANSC 1613 |
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ANSC
5683 |
Theriogenology A
course that teaches the anatomy, physiology,
endocrinology, and biochemistry of reproduction in farm
animals. This course also introduces students to methods
of manipulating reproduction within livestock systems.
Management topics include artificial insemination,
estrus synchronization, induction of parturition, embryo
transfer and reproductive disease prevention.
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ANSC
5691 |
Laboratory for
Advanced Animal Nutrition This laboratory is designed to
provide students with theories and skills associated
with nutrition-related laboratory analyses. |
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ANSC
5693 |
Integrated Poultry
Management Production principles and problemsolving
strategies used by vertically-integrated poultry
companies. Prerequisite: ANSC 2703 or permission of
professor. |
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ANSC
5712 |
Advanced Animal
Nutrition Emphasis will be placed on computer-aided
formulation of diets and supplements for domestic
animals (livestock, poultry, pets, exotics and catfish).
Class discussions will focus on industrial feed
formulation problems, regulatory policies, and
biotechnology in the feed industry. Prerequisite: ANSC 3613. |
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ANSC
5733 |
Endocrinology of Farm
Animals A study of the endocrinology system and its role
in lactation, reproduction, digestion and metabolism. |
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ANSC 5743 |
Equine Nutrition Principles of
nutrition and their application to feeding horses will
be taught. Digestive physiology, sources of nutrients,
feeding and grazing programs for various classes of
horses and interactions of nutrition, diseases, and
environment will be discussed. |
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ANSC
6003 |
Current Issues in
Animal Agriculture A discussion of current issues
affecting production and human use of animal products
for food, fiber, and medicine (D) |
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ANSC
6791-6 |
Thesis |
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Horticulture |
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HORT
5253 |
Greenhouse Management
Construction, operational practices, and general
management of greenhouses and associated structures.
Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours per week.
Prerequisite: HORT 2253. |
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HORT
5273 |
Nursery Management
Principles and practices involved in the production,
management, and marketing of field-grown and
container-grown nursery plants. Lecture two hours,
laboratory two hours per week. Prerequisite: HORT 2253. |
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HORT
5323 |
Plant Propagation
Principles, practices, and methods employed in the
propagation of plants, emphasizing anatomical features
and physiological principles involved in sexual and
asexual propagation. Lecture two hours, laboratory two
hours per week. Prerequisite: HORT 2253. |
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HORT
6253 |
Plant Nutrition
A
study of nutrient elements within the plant; mechanism
involved in nutrient absorption, transport and
utilization. |
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HORT
6263 |
Current Topics in
Horticulture Emphasis will be placed on such subjects as
plant propagation, greenhouse construction and
management. |
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Plant and Soil Science |
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PSSC
5313 |
Plant Growth and
Development Auxins, gibberellins, and various
other regulators of plant growth; also phenomena such as
flowering and dormancy. |
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PSSC
5342 |
Seed Analysis and
Processing Techniques and principles of seed analysis
and grading; methods of producing and processing quality
seeds and seed stocks. |
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PSSC 5713 |
Soil
Quality Assessment and Interpretation
A study of the indicators
of soil quality, documentation and measurement of soil
quality, interpretations of soil quality, impacts and
effects of management on soil quality, and the role of
conservation planning in improving soil quality. |
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PSSC
5813 |
Soil Fertility A
study of the principles involved in maintaining and
increasing fertility of the soil. Lecture two hours,
laboratory two hours per week. |
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PSSC
5863 |
Soil Chemistry
Chemical properties and constituents of soils,
determination of several important elements, application
to soil fertility. |
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PSSC
5873 |
Soil Physics Soil
physical properties and measurements, with emphasis on
the relation to plant growth. Lecture two hours,
laboratory two hours per week. |
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PSSC
5883 |
Soil Microbiology
Soil organic matter in relation to soil organisms.
Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours per week. |
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PSSC
6391-6 |
Thesis |
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PSSC 6543 |
Advanced Geographic Information Systems
Advanced GIS using Arc GIS software as the analytical
assessment package. Prerequisites: PSSC 3503 Agriculture
Spatial Technologies I |
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PSSC
6803 |
Soil and Crop
Production Soil classes as affecting crop production;
fertility, drainage, texture, structure, organic matter. |
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PSSC
6813 |
Investigative
Procedures in Agricultural Research Analytic laboratory
procedures required for agricultural research. Lecture
one hour, laboratory four hours per week. |
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Adult
Education |
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AE 5513 |
Introduction to Adult
Education An in-depth study of the growth and
development of adult education in the United States.
Analysis of contemporary issues and trends in adult
education. |
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AE 5523 |
Psychology of the
Adult A study of the adult with emphasis on (1) learning
theories and developmental processes: (2) major
contributors to the adult learning discipline; and (3)
psychological aspects of middle and later life
challenges and crises. |
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AE 5533 |
Methods and Materials
for the Adult Learner Theory and application of methods
and materials essential to effective instruction in
adult education. Emphasis on writing objectives,
classifying content, classroom management, and utilizing
media. |
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AE 5543 |
Teaching Reading to
Adults Problems in teaching reading to adults. Special
emphasis on individual differences, materials of
instruction, and measuring reading ability. |
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AE 5553 |
Practicum in Adult
Education A series of educational experiences designed
to place students in a cooperative relationship with an
experienced adult educator while under university
supervision. Emphasis is placed on practice teaching and
related on-the-job activities of adult educators. |
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AE 5563 |
Special Problems in
Adult Education Individual research on problems related
to the education of adults. Prerequisite: permission of
professor. |
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Vocational Education |
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VOED
5443 |
Advanced Methods of
Teaching in Career and Technical Education The
philosophy and objectives of teaching Career and
Technical Education, including appropriate instructional
principles and theories, instructional models, learning
styles and learner centered methods and techniques at
both the secondary and post-secondary levels for career
and technical education. |
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VOED
5503 |
Foundations of Adult
Education in Vocational Education Historical and
philosophical development; comparison of vocational and
non-vocational adult education; development and
evaluation, teaching methods, and issues and trends in
adult vocational education programming. |
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VOED
5513 |
Hands-On Activities
and Observation Experiences for Career Orientation The
course will provide opportunity to study, develop and
demonstrate the essential facets of Hands-On Activities
according to the instructional material in career
orientation. |
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VOED
5533 |
Methods of Organizing
and Teaching Career Orientation A study of curricula,
methods and techniques involved in teaching career
orientation as related to the 15 occupational clusters
in the world of work. |
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VOED
5553 |
Educators In Industry
A course devoted to career awareness in relation to the
modern workplace. The course is conducted in cooperation
with local businesses and industries. Research, on-site
instruction, and work experiences are involved. |
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VOED
5573 |
Problems in Teaching
Cooperative Education Teaching cooperative education in
all vocational services of program areas, history,
purposes, administration, methods, organization and
conduct of the programs. |
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VOED
5583 |
Methods and Materials
for Teaching the Adult Emphasis on the methodologies,
techniques and materials applicable to the adult learner
based upon personal needs. |
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VOED
6393 |
Non-Thesis Research
Experience Supervised research project, submitted to and
approved in advance by the student's graduate advisory
committee, resulting in a project report presented and
defended to the student's advisory committee. A member
of the committee must agree to serve as supervisor. |
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VOED
6403 |
The Beginning
Vocational Teacher Internship This course assists
beginning teachers develop a strong foundational
experience in their first and second year on which they
can build their professional careers. |
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VOED
6451-3 |
Current Topics in
Agricultural or Vocational Education Emphasis will vary
as issues in vocational education develop. Topics will
include curriculum, mission, new technology and products
and their effects upon local agricultural education or
vocational education programs and student learning. |
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VOED
6463 |
Resource Management
in Vocational Education Management of the fiscal affairs
and capital facilities of a vocational-technical school
is covered with emphasis on competency demonstration in
an actual vocational-technical school setting. |
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VOED
6473 |
School and Community
Relations in Vocational Education Procedures for
initiating and maintaining productive working
relationships between the local vocational- technical
school and the community it serves are covered with
emphasis on competency demonstration in an actual
vocational-technical school setting. |
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VOED
6491-3 |
Independent Study |
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VOED
6503 |
Program Management in
Vocational Education Procedures for planning, developing
and evaluating vocational education programs are
studied, with emphasis on competency performance in
actual vocational education settings. |
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VOED
6513 |
History and
Principles of Vocational Education Historical and
philosophical development of vocational education,
economic and social impact, issues, trends, principles
and objectives of vocational education, and its
relationship to other educational programs. |
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VOED
6523 |
Student Services
Management in Vocational Education Procedures for the
development and supervision of student services programs
unique to vocational education programs are studied,
with emphasis on competency performance in actual
vocational education settings. |
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VOED
6533 |
Human Resource
Management in Vocational Education Selection,
supervision, management and evaluation of vocational
school personnel, and the design and implementation of
programs for staff development are studied with emphasis
on competency performance in actual vocational education
settings. |
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VOED
6543 |
Administration and
Supervision of Adult and Vocational Education A study of
the problems and procedures involved in the supervision
and administration of vocational education. Considered
from the national, state, and local levels. |
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VOED
6551-3 |
Educators in Industry
Internship Emphasis of this experience is to assist
educators in developing first-hand understanding of
general and technical knowledge and skills that are
relative to their classroom teaching situation |
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VOED
6563 |
Instructional
Management in Vocational Education Procedures for
planning, developing and evaluating instructional
programs appropriate to vocational education are studied
with emphasis on competency performance in actual
vocational education settings. |
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VOED
6573 |
Introduction to
Research and Evaluation in Vocational Education Course
will include historical development of educational
research and evaluation, interpreting published
research, planning, conducting, writing, and evaluating
research and assessments related to vocational
education. |
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VOED
6581-3 |
Laboratory
Experiences in Vocational Education Supervised
activities designed to apply new and/or innovative
approaches to the operation of a local
vocational-technical school or program. The design,
identification, and application of innovative and
exploratory approaches will be stressed. |
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VOED
6591-6 |
Thesis |